Venecia's Foundation Crap Run

Why the slogan CRAP? Cancer is Crap!

• Purpose: Let's rally together and shower love and strength on those battling cancer!
• Event: Join us for the 14th Annual Crap Run, a heartfelt tribute to Venecia Butler's legacy of kindness.
• Participation: Lace up your shoes, put on your crazy outfit and run/walk in solidarity with those brave fighters.
• Options: Choose your challenge division by selecting Traditional - Clydesdale - Athena - Virtual. We also offer a 1 mile Kid Run for those budding competitors.

Race Information

• Date: 2026-10-03
• Location: 108 North Center Avenue, Piedmont, AL
• Website: Crap Run Registration
• Contact: Randa Carroll at veneciasfoundation@gmail.com or call 256-452-4625.

Crap Run Agenda

Friday, October 2nd

• 2:00 p.m. - Pre-registration closes
• 4:00 p.m. - Packet Pickup at the Foundation until 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 3rd

• 1:00 p.m. - Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup Opens
• 5:30 p.m. - Kid Run Registration Closes
• 5:50 p.m. - Line Up for Kid Run Begins
• 6:00 p.m. - Kid Run Starts with Awards Presented at Finish Line
• 6:15 p.m. - Crap Run Registration and Packet Pickup Closes
• 6:30 p.m. - Crap Run Opening Ceremony and Warm Up
• 6:45 p.m. - Line Up for Crap Run Begins
• 7:00 p.m. - Crap Run Starts
• 8:30 p.m. - Crap Run Awards Ceremony

Packet Pickup

• Timing: You will be able to pick up your race packet on Friday from 4-8 p.m. and race day starting at 1:00 p.m.
• Note: We ask that you don't come for race packets outside of these times. Race staff will be busy setting up the event. Thanks for understanding.

Bib Number and Timing Chips

• Chipping: 5k participants will be chipped timed to process race results, and your 5k finish time will be posted based on the chip time.
• Display: It is essential to prominently display the bib number provided on the front of your shirt throughout the race.
• Timing Chip: The timing chip is affixed to the back of your bib number.
• Transfer: Kindly remember to bring your bib number on the day of the race, as the absence of the bib will lead to an unrecorded time. The transfer of bib numbers to other runners is strictly prohibited.

Parking

• Facilities: Parking and restrooms are available on-site.

Pets at the Race

• Rules: If you choose to bring your pet, please be sure to follow Piedmont City rules.
• Leash: All pets must be on a leash.
• Cleanup: Please clean up after your pet.
• Responsibility: The actions of the pet are the responsibility of the pet owner/caretaker.

Strollers at the Race

• Course: The course is run on city streets and along Ladiga trail which makes for a good stroller experience.
• Participation: If you are participating with a stroller or young children, we ask that you keep your children with you at all times.
• Starting Position: Please start from the back of the starting line to allow other participants a safer race experience.

Registration Transfer and Cancellation Policy

• Event Status: This event will occur rain or shine.
• Transfer Policy: Transferring your registration fees to another runner is not allowed.
• Cancellation Rights: We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.
• Notification: Cancellation notice will be posted on Venecia's Foundation Facebook page as well as through email notifications. In the event of a cancellation, we cannot offer a refund: rather your entry fee will be used as a donation to Venecia's Foundation (501c3).